My husband woke me up at 2 a.m. and asked if I wanted to have sex.
I told him I was too tired.
He said, “Okay,” kissed my forehead, and went back to sleep.
I thought that was the end of it.
The next day, he was unusually quiet. I asked what was wrong.
He said, “Nothing.”
I pushed him a little, and finally he said:
“I just miss feeling wanted by my own wife.”
That annoyed me.
I looked at him and said,
Im of the opinion that if one requires protection from another, they should accept the way in which the person they are seeking protection from is able to. The advice, the guidance and limitations.
There can be people that want to support you but aren’t willing to be part of the growth process ( because of existing standards) and it’s ok. People shouldn’t have to lower their standards in the name of SUPPORTING. When you can cater for them they’ll come through.